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Flat Roof Survey in Ockley
Not sure what state the flat roof is in? We carry out flat roof surveys in Ockley and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Outlets that hold water back
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
Flat roof survey in Ockley: what you get
Our Basic Survey, from £150, gives you a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. The Standard Survey, from £250, adds moisture detection and a structural check. On a flat roof, moisture readings can help show whether water has got under the covering. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. Common reasons to book are ponding water that doesn’t drain away and leaks around rooflights, on GRP fibreglass, felt flat roofs and upstands and outlets.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Ockley take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Ockley (RH5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Ockley
Is Ockley within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Ockley listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How quickly is the report sent?
Each package has its own report time. Basic is within 48 hours, Standard is 24–48 hours and Premium is the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know as you book.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
A precise figure is not something we give, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
What will the report tell me?
Written findings with photos, covering the condition of the flat roof, the defects we found and what we recommend. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check; Premium adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies and structural analysis.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Standing water on a flat roof deserves a closer look. It often means a blocked outlet, poor falls or a dipping deck, and water that sits wears the covering sooner. We record where it sits and the likely cause.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
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Also in Ockley
What we’re asked to look at in Ockley
A buyer’s general survey often recommends a closer look at a flat roof. Owners and managing agents use a survey to plan upkeep, or ahead of a sale or a new lease. In each case, the report gives a written, photographed record of the roof’s condition.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Outlets that hold water back
Take an older house close to St John's Church: any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their insurance cover
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
How the survey works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Rural addresses near Ockley can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Related advice
What affects the price in Ockley
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The roof’s overall size
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Getting in touch
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Useful tips for Ockley property owners
Getting the most from a flat roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It’s useful when planning upkeep and setting budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after any work that goes through it. You’ll spot changes early and have a record to look back on.
What we look for on each type of roof
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt roofs are common on older flats, walkways and commercial buildings. The survey checks for crazing, cracking, blistering and splits where the asphalt turns up the walls.
Rooflights and upstands
Where a flat roof meets a wall, the upstand has to stay sealed as the building moves. We check for splits, gaps and loose flashings above the upstand.
Flat roofs in Ockley
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
If you let a flat or house near Ockley station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Ockley is about 6 miles north of Horsham, in Surrey. Roofs in Ockley get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Surrey. Our Surrey coverage includes Ockley. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
We work across the RH5 postcode area for flat roof surveys. You’ll find streets like Prideaux Gardens, Stane Street and Friday Street, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Ockley: Paynes Green (1 mile south), Capel (2 miles east), Forest Green (2 miles north-west), Coldharbour (2 miles north) and Kingsfold (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (11 miles north-west), Woking (15 miles north-west), Epsom (14 miles north), Horley (9 miles east), Redhill (10 miles north-east) and Ewell (15 miles north).
Around Ockley
We work in homes and buildings around Wallis Wood and The Cricketers Arms Public House, among other places. Ockley’s nearest station is Ockley station, roughly 1.2 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Horsham Hospital (5.5 miles south) and Abinger Castle (4.3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Warnham LNR and Leith Hill.